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It depends on the fraction. For the following, assume the denominator is not zero, for if it is, then the fraction is undefined.
- If the numerator and denominator are both rational, then the fraction is rational.
- If one of them is rational and the other is irrational then (provided the numerator is not 0), the fraction is irrational.
- If both are irrational you need to simplify first and then apply one of the above two criteria.
For example, sqrt(2)/sqrt(8) = sqrt(2/8) = sqrt(1/4) = ±1/2. So, irrational/irrational
can be rational.
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How do you identify rational or irrational number?
A rational number can be expressed as a fraction whereas an irrational number can't be expressed as a fraction.
What will be the sum of a rational number and an irrational number?
It will be irrational. Rational numbers are numbers that can be written as a fraction. Irrational numbers cannot be expressed as a fraction.
Is 4.0005 irrational or rational?
No. A "rational" number is one that can be expressed as a "ratio" - a fraction. An IRRATIONAL number is one that cannot be expressed as a fraction.
Is 9.3808315 a rational or irrational number?
It is rational. It can be written as a fraction, so it cannot be irrational.
Is 71245 rational or irrational?
71245 is rational. Rational numbers are numbers that can be written as a fraction. Irrational numbers cannot be expressed as a fraction.
